🏪 The Spotted Pig New York

🍽️ Menu Highlights

The Spotted Pig’s menu changes seasonally but always features their signature dishes alongside creative new offerings. Here are some standout items:

• Chargrilled Burger with Roquefort Cheese & Shoestring Fries – Juicy, perfectly cooked burger with bold blue cheese
• Sheep’s Milk Ricotta Gnudi with Brown Butter & Sage – Pillowy dumplings with nutty, aromatic sauce
• Deviled Eggs with Anchovies – Creamy yolks with salty, umami kick
• Pan-Fried Chicken Livers on Toast – Rich, earthy flavors with crispy texture
• Baked Polenta with Wild Mushrooms – Comforting, creamy with earthy mushroom notes
• Grilled Octopus with Borlotti Beans – Tender seafood with hearty bean accompaniment
• Banoffee Pie – Classic British dessert with caramel, banana, cream
• Sticky Toffee Pudding – Warm, moist cake with toffee sauce
• Spotted Pig Ale – House brew with malty, balanced flavor
• Negroni Bianco – Lighter twist on the classic cocktail

📝 More About the Restaurant

Interior & Decor

Walking into The Spotted Pig feels like discovering a hidden gem. The two-story space features dark wood paneling, exposed brick walls, and checkered floors that create a warm, pub-like atmosphere. Eclectic artwork and pig-themed decor (including the famous pig-shaped door knocker) add playful touches throughout. Upstairs offers a more formal dining area with white tablecloths, while the ground floor maintains a lively bar scene with high-top tables and a long wooden bar perfect for solo diners or small groups.

Service

Service at The Spotted Pig strikes the perfect balance between professional and friendly. Staff members are knowledgeable about both food and drink offerings, offering excellent recommendations when asked. While the no-reservations policy can mean waits during peak hours (especially weekends), the host staff does their best to accommodate guests efficiently. Once seated, service is attentive without being intrusive, with servers checking in at appropriate intervals.

Pricing

As a Michelin-starred establishment in Manhattan, The Spotted Pig falls into the mid-to-upper price range. Appetizers range from $12-$18, mains $22-$38, and desserts around $12. Cocktails average $15 each. While not cheap, the quality of ingredients and preparation justifies the prices, making it a good value for the experience. The burger and shoestring fries at $22 remains one of NYC’s best burger deals considering its reputation.

Unique Features

Several features set The Spotted Pig apart: 1) Their famous no-reservations policy creates an egalitarian vibe where celebrities and locals mingle in the wait. 2) The late-night kitchen (open until 1 AM weekends) makes it a perfect post-theater or night-out destination. 3) An excellent curated beer list featuring rare British and American craft brews. 4) The hidden “PDT” (Please Don’t Tell) speakeasy-style bar accessible through a phone booth in the neighboring hot dog joint.

 

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